Our core programs include:

• Family Resource Centers

  On-site case managers and a licensed clinical coordinator provide case management services. Services include information and referral (on- and off-site) intake and ongoing assessment, case plan development, crisis intervention, client monitoring, and non-client drop-ins. Additional counseling services are provided by a local community agency and a clinical master's level trainee program.
  

• Family Learning Center and Recreation Programs

  These centers provide safe and supportive learning environments which serve as an after-school alternative for many at-risk youth living in public housing. The centers are equipped with computer labs to enhance learning. Youth are able to receive one-on-one assistance that they would not receive at home. Through these programs, youth are able to increase their math and reading comprehension skills along with developing self-esteem and confidence.

  Each after-school program has a youth development component.  The Housing Authority engages youth in sports programs, nutrition classes, and music lessons, etc. These programs support self-esteem, self-expression, team building, and creates positive social interaction through recreation, gender specific groups and youth leadership and assist youth in discovering skills and qualities within themselves.
  
  Additionally, at the Family Learning Centers, services are provided to promote economic self-sufficiency through the provision of educational workshops, and classes such as English as a Second Language (ESL) and computer skills that can lead to gainful employment. The goal is for residents to become active and successful members of their communities. Workforce development activities provide comprehensive services which include: skills assessments, job counseling and placement assistance, employment skills development, credit counseling and family budget assistance.

• Services for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities

  Coordinated supportive services are provided to assist in enhancing the residents' ability to age in place and improve their quality of life. Services include: case management, home delivered meals, transportation, cultural activities, light exercise, safety and financial workshops, and field trips. Many of the programs are facilitated by local community partnerships.

• Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) Program

  JJCPA is designed to provide case management and supervision for at-risk youth and probationers living at the Carmelitos, Harbor Hills, Nueva Maravilla, and South Scattered public housing developments. Additionally, JJCPA staff, a Youth Services Specialist and Deputy Probation Officer, assist youth and their families in gaining access to resources and services that will aid them in becoming self-sufficient, and thereby reducing risk factors associated with juvenile delinquency. Services and activities include the following:
  
  -Tutoring and homework assistance;
  -Family literacy;
  -Cultural, social and recreation activities;
  -Substance abuse and alcohol counseling;
  -Gang intervention;
  -Parenting classes;
  -Family counseling;
  -Gender-specific programs;
  -Job training and placement; and
  -Community service opportunities.